Most Indians know vitamin D as "the sunshine vitamin". It helps keep your bones strong, supports immunity, and even plays a role in mood balance; most adults need around 600-800 IU a day. Step into the morning sun for 15-20 minutes, everyone says, and you're covered. But here's the catch: between long office hours, pollution, sunscreen, and staying indoors, sunlight alone often isn't enough. That's where food quietly steps in. The problem? Our usual roti-sabzi or dal-rice routine isn't naturally rich in vitamin D. But a few everyday foods can top up your levels more than you'd expect, if you know how to use them. Here are five surprisingly underrated vitamin D foods Indians often overlook.